Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Failla, MD
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1831110857
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.4 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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5439 Airline Hwy
Baton Rouge, LA 708051712
(225) 358-2280
fax (225) 358-2450 - Additional location
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2647 S Saint Elizabeth Blvd Ste 215
Gonzales, LA 707375020
(225) 765-5500
fax (225) 644-4206 - Mailing address
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Po Box 919237
Dallas, TX 753919237
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 28, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #018202
- Medicaid
- LA #1914487
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831110857. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
49
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$469
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 19 | 19 | $8 | |
94726 |
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors | 17 | 17 | $11 | |
94060 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration | 13 | 13 | $9 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Baton Rouge Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 71. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$45
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electromed, INC. | 5 | $45.36 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
24
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$1,717
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethambutol Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $531 |
| Rifampin | Generic | 12 | 0 | $1,186 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Failla's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Failla practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Paul Failla practice?
Dr. Paul Failla practices at 5439 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 708051712. Office phone: 2253582280.
What is Dr. Paul Failla's NPI?
Dr. Paul Failla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831110857, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Failla accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Failla accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Failla commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases (HCPCS 94729); Test to determine lung volumes using sensors (HCPCS 94726); Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration (HCPCS 94060). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.